Manifold is a Latin-derived term that means "hand shaped," and its fitting: the automotive manifold looks a lot like a hand with "fingers," grasping each side of the engine block just outside of the cylinders. The Chevrolet C1500, like most vehicles, has two manifolds: the intake and exhaust. The intake manifold is also known as the "inlet," while the exhaust manifold often called the "header." Unlike the aluminum intake manifold, the Chevrolet C1500 header is made of cast iron that is able to withstand the extremely high temperatures generated by the firing of the cylinders.

It collects exhaust gases and passes them to the exhaust system through the catalytic converter. The two types of headers consist of the common collector style header, using pipes merging into the collector, and the "zoomie" header, which does not have a collector.

The stock Chevrolet C1500 header is of the collector type (the latter is used primarily for race cars). Headers from after market sources are readily available, and many auto manufacturers have begun to use these as original equipment. The Chevrolet C1500 already has enough horsepower for most conditions, but if you find need a little more, you might consider replacing your stock Chevrolet C1500. Check out our online catalog and see our great discounts and low prices on individual high-performance headers for yourself. These are manufactured especially for the Chevrolet C1500 to the highest standards. We have a wide selection of custom headers in stock. Our price on any Chevrolet C1500 header is the best you'll see online or anywhere else.When you're ready raise the performance bar of your Chevrolet C1500, log on and shop with us first.